Serving 352 students in grades 9-12, Natalia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Natalia High School covers the entire district in Natalia, TX, encompassing approximately 41.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natalia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Natalia High School's student population of 352 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
352 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Motto
Our mission is to build a partnership with parents and community to empower each child to achieve his or her fullest potential to become a lifelong learner and responsible citizen.
School Rankings
Natalia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natalia High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6894 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natalia High School's ranking?
Natalia High School is ranked #6894 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Natalia High School often compared to?
Natalia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devine Daep School, Devine High School, Natalia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natalia High School?
The graduation rate of Natalia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Natalia High School?
352 students attend Natalia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Natalia High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natalia High School?
Natalia High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natalia High School offer ?
Natalia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Natalia High School part of?
Natalia High School is part of Natalia Independent School District.
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